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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Small-town charm
  • Wood-burning fireplace
  • Contemporary lifestyle
  • Park-like setting
  • Large bedroom with walk-in closet

Location

300 South Straughan Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83712, United States|East End
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Management

Magnet Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(208) 863-4722

Property Overview

Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes presents an impressive combination of an 8.9 overall rating from Zumper, reflecting excellent price and amenities. Its prime location fosters a vibrant social life, with numerous dining and recreational options, while notable features like a wood-burning fireplace and park-like setting enhance its appeal. With a strong emphasis on transparency, the property offers a trustworthy experience, making it a standout choice for those seeking a contemporary lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

Oxford1 bed1 bath586 sqft$1,285 /mo1 unit availableThis cozy one bedroom, one bath apartment home is a perfect start. A large bedroom boasts a walk-in closet with an attached bathroom. The kitchen is equipped with a range and fridge. Most units have a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. If you are looking for convenience, community, and value this one bedroom has it all.

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Amenities for Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness Center

Grounds

Swimming Pool
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units130
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About Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes

HomeApartments in Boise CityEast End Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community at our beautiful apartment homes in the desirable Boise East End district. Situated off Warm Springs Road and blocks from the scenic greenbelt, our tree lined apartment homes offer an exceptional living experience surrounded by nature's beauty. With our prime location, you can live and play in the same area, enjoying the best of what Boise has to offer. Two properties, one community. Welcome to your new home, where timeless charm meets contemporary lifestyle. Nestled in a park-like setting in the heart of bustling Boise, our classic apartment homes offer the best of both worlds the energy and excitement of the big city coupled with the safety and friendliness of small-town charm.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes is great for:

Social life

  • 130 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 44 parks and recreation options
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site pool or spa
  • 44 parks nearby
  • 20 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in East End

1-bedroom apartments at Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East End.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
East End
Boise City
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boise City
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,297
January 2024$1,335
February 2024$1,369
March 2024$1,366
April 2024$1,385
May 2024$1,331
June 2024$1,309
July 2024$1,337
August 2024$1,331
September 2024$1,360
October 2024$1,349
November 2024$1,339
December 2024$1,391
January 2025$1,379
February 2025$1,366
March 2025$1,334
April 2025$1,329
May 2025$1,302
June 2025$1,295
July 2025$1,295
August 2025$1,275
September 2025$1,267
October 2025$1,310
November 2025$1,323
December 2025$1,325
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East End
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,273
January 2024$1,279
February 2024$1,265
March 2024$1,276
April 2024$1,295
May 2024$1,305
June 2024$1,300
July 2024$1,340
August 2024$1,315
September 2024$1,325
October 2024$1,380
November 2024$1,331
December 2024$1,393
January 2025$1,415
February 2025$1,402
March 2025$1,466
April 2025$1,470
May 2025$1,407
June 2025$1,364
July 2025$1,332
August 2025$1,304
September 2025$1,345
October 2025$1,497
November 2025$1,301
December 2025$1,285

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Cambridge Dorchester Apartment Homes

Adams Elementary School

1725 east warm springs ave

boise, ID, 83712

PK, K-6Public
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Madison Early Childhood School

2215 west madison ave

boise, ID, 83702

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Getting around Boise near 300 South Straughan Avenue

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 300 South Straughan Avenue, Boise

Groceries

7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

5/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

1/10
There are no high schools within a 30-minute walk.

Parks

8/10
A medium-size park in the area.

Nightlife

3/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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